Clip Studio Paint Pro/Ex (Manga Studio 5) from Udemy

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Learning objectives

To use clip studio paint essentials to produce complex art from simple techniques
Drawing fundamentals focusing on digital drawing using both tablet and mouse
Digital illustration workflow
Recording your thoughts through simple crude sketches capturing the essence of an illustration
Drawing from 3d pose-able reference models
How to pull direct draw vector lines to produce smooth lines of varying thickness
Color flatting, coloring, shading, highlighting and shadows
Creating simple backgrounds from gradients

Using 3d perspective rulers to draw background architecture
Finished illustration production and distribution
Comic book creation and sale on amazon
Buy and configure pens and brushes
Create 2d cell based animation
Use layer masks
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To use clip studio paint essentials to produce complex art from simple techniques
Drawing fundamentals focusing on digital drawing using both tablet and mouse
Digital illustration workflow
Recording your thoughts through simple crude sketches capturing the essence of an illustration
Drawing from 3d pose-able reference models
How to pull direct draw vector lines to produce smooth lines of varying thickness
Color flatting, coloring, shading, highlighting and shadows
Creating simple backgrounds from gradients
Using 3d perspective rulers to draw background architecture
Finished illustration production and distribution
Comic book creation and sale on amazon
Buy and configure pens and brushes
Create 2d cell based animation
Use layer masks
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Show less

Syllabus

Introduction

An brief overview of the course contents, layout and features.

A brief overview of the features of Clip Studio Paint that make it the ideal digital drawing and painting software.

An explanation of using the Udemy play speed and bookmark features to enhance your video lesson viewing efficiency and effectiveness.

Section overview.

The published Celsys computer requirements for running Clip Studio Paint.

An overview of various tablet options and my initial recommendation. Note that the following lecture amends this one to include my latest findings on tablet selection.

Depending upon your drawing style, you may not even need a tablet. Learn how owning a tablet can help you and watch a review of the three graphics tablets (Wacom Intuos Pro Medium, Surface Pro 4 and XP-Pen Artist 15.6) I've owned, which I prefer and the costs involved.

A discussion of Clip Studio Paint software versions (Pro vs Ex) followed by a software installation demonstration.

To complete this, the first section project of this course, I'd like you to do the following:

Designate a suitable computer as your digital graphics workstation.

Select, acquire and install a version of Clip Studio Paint.

Pick up graphics tablet suitable to your tastes.

Submit the message "Tools complete" along with a list of the computer, tablet and software comprising your digital drawing environment to the Q&A section of this course.

Thanks for playing along and enjoy the remainder of the course.

---Brian

Section summary.

Configure Clip Studio Paint to darken the display and to position tool selection buttons and tool configuration panels where you want them.

Apparently the default screen layout has changed. So, to insure we're looking at the same screen, I'm providing my screen layout definition file (see lecture resources) with instructions on loading it.

Some people, especially Mac users, are unable to use my screen layout definition file, so here's how to manually recreate my Clip Studio Paint screen layout.

Configuring your tablet to work with Clip Studio Paint along with setting tablet buttons, pen buttons and finger gestures (if available).

A list of modifications you made need to consider to remove any lag you might experience in your drawing environment

To complete this, the second section project of this course, I'd like you to do the following:

Configure your drawing environment to your tastes and needs.

Submit the message "Setup complete" to the Q&A section of this course to share your progress.

Enjoy the remainder of the course.

---Brian

In this lecture, I introduce the four pieces we'll be digitally watercolor painting in this section.

A description of how to find Clip Studio Paint on your Windows 10 computer and pin it to the Task Bar for easy start and return.

A brief description of the Clip Studio Paint screen layout including panels and screen layout configuration.

How to create a New drawing, Save and Open it, Close it and Export it in JPEG, PNG or PDF format for use in other programs.

How to simply draw using a pen. This is all you need to know to use Clip Studio Paint as a drawing platform without taking advantage of it's drawing assistance features.

How to use the eraser to remove and soften lines and paint, undo and redo your actions and clear the contents of the current layer.

In this lecture you learn to use the mouse wheel and Hand tool to zoom and pan your view.

Section demonstration.

To complete this, the third section project of this course, I'd like you to do the following:

Draw something. Anything you'd like. Even a squiggle.

Save your drawing, export it and upload it to the Q&A section.

Submit the message "CSP Fundamentals complete" to the Q&A section of this course to share your progress.

Thanks for playing along and enjoy the remainder of the course.

---Brian

How to use Clip Studio Paint 3D reference models to help you sketch both people and hand poses.

In this lecture, I introduce the topics covered in this section. Skip this section if you're new and just want to draw. You can always come back to the details later. Still, you learn a lot about pen and paintbrush addition and configuration.

In this lecture, I demonstrate how to rearrange drawing tools and configure the basic drawing tool options.

In this lecture, I demonstrate how to configure and apply advanced tool configuration options.

In this lecture, I demonstrate two methods for purchasing and installing additional pens and brushes.

In this lecture, I show you how to export pens for sharing with friends.

In this lecture, I demonstrate how to selectively vary a line's weight after it is drawn.

In this lecture, I demonstrate the added line correction features available when you ink using a vector layer instead of a raster layer.

In this lecture, I go over the eraser tool briefly and then demonstrate using the eraser to draw in negative space.

In this lecture, I demonstrate the use of the various blend tools and configuration options.

In this lecture, I provide an overview of the steps you should perform to complete the section project that follows.

To complete this section project of the course, I'd like you to do the following:

Build your favorite general-purpose pencil configuration. Save it and use it.
Build your favorite general-purpose pen configuration. Save it and use it.
Try installing a pen from the Assets tab in Clip Studio.
Submit the message "CSP pen and pencil configuration done" to the Q&A section of this course to share your progress.

Thanks for playing along and enjoy the remainder of the course.

---Brian

The conclusion to the section on tool addition and configuration.

Advice on how to draw smooth straight lines.

Advice on how to draw smooth curves.

Advice on how to draw perfect circles and ovals.

Advice on how to draw a crucial building block of form.

In this lecture you'll learn how to draw lines connecting your basic shapes to produce complex compound shapes.

How to draw contour lines to demonstrate the curve of a shape.

How to draw 3D rectangles and cubes to represent man made non-organic forms.

To complete this, the five.oneth section project of this course, I'd like you to do the following:

Create a simple or complex scene using 3D materials. Export your scene as a JPG file.

Upload the JPG file to the Q&A section.

Submit the message "Reference models complete" to the Q&A section of this course to share your progress.

I'll see you in the classroom,

---Brian

To complete this, the fourth section project of this course, I'd like you to do the following:

Draw all the basic shapes several times. Try joining them to produce complex shapes.

Save your best work, export it and upload it to the Q&A section.

Submit the message "Drawing fundamentals complete" to the Q&A section of this course to share your progress.

Thanks for playing along and enjoy the remainder of the course.

---Brian

In this lecture, I'll show you the traditional method for painting a deciduous tree. Though I'll be drawing digitally, I'll be using very few digital tricks to draw the tree.

In this lecture, I use digital layers to draw an entire truck and cover it in leaves, front and back.

In this lecture, I demonstrate how to zoom and pan your images so that you can paint fine details.

In this lecture, I demonstrate how to add a simple background to our illustration.

In this lecture, I demonstrate how to use selection, duplication, resize and flip horizontally to fix my ground cover and create a small forest of trees.

In this lecture, I use the traditional method to paint a pine tree. I use flip horizontally to always draw branches from the upper right to the lower left.

In this lecture, I use duplicate and flip horizontally to create a forest. I then use the Fill tool to create pine tree silhouettes in the background.

Hi,

In this project, I encourage you to draw one or more trees and share your work. See what you can do with a digital stylus in hand ;-).

---Brian

One more review of the trees painted in this section.

An overview of the drawing and painting workflow from sketching and inking through color flatting, shading and highlighting all the way to production and sharing. This lecture provides an outline for the remainder of the course.

How to create projects and pages to work on and how to add panels to your pages.

All drawing in Clip Studio Paint is done on layers. This lecture provides and introduction to layers, organization suggestions and a discussion of various useful layer operations.

The uses and features of each drawing tool.

Techniques for using the eraser to correct errors and reduce the darkness of your sketch lines.

A quick way to select portions of your drawing and move, rotate and resize them to refine your sketches.

Learn how to change the color of your sketch layer and reduce it's opacity to deemphasize it to make it easier to ink over.

Please take the time to leave an honest review of this course.

Thank you,

---Brian

To complete this, the fifth section project of this course, I'd like you to do the following:

Sketch a simple scene you'd like to work on in this course.

Save your work, export it and upload it to the Q&A section.

Submit the message "Sketching complete" to the Q&A section of this course to share your progress.

I'll see you in the classroom,

---Brian

Learn the what, why and how of selecting a raster or vector layer to ink on.

A demonstration of using the Direct Draw shape drawing tools to ink your drawing instead of the freehand technique.

Instructions on how to reduce the number of nodes in a vector shape while retaining it's shape. This is particular helpful if you plan to modify a freehand drawn line.

How to add, remove and move nodes in a vector line while retaining the responsive curves of the line.

How to vary the thickness of both raster and vector uniformally or within areas to emphasis and deemphasis your inking lines.

How to use the Vector Eraser to remove draw-over lines with the lick of your wrist.

To complete this, the sixth section project of this course, I'd like you to do the following:

Ink your scene sketch using either or both the freehand and direct draw techniques.

Submit the message "Inking complete" along with a copy of your ink layer to the Q&A section of this course to share your progress.

I look forward to viewing your work,

---Brian

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Provides a structured learning experience designed to ensure speedy results, making it suitable for beginners looking to quickly grasp digital art techniques

Covers comic book creation and sale on Amazon, which is useful for artists interested in self-publishing and distributing their work

Teaches digital illustration workflow, which is essential for creating professional-looking artwork and managing complex projects efficiently

Focuses on software features and drawing techniques needed for beginner success, streamlining the learning process for new digital artists

Requires students to acquire Clip Studio Paint, which may present a barrier to entry for some learners due to the cost of the software

Uses Clip Studio Paint, which is a popular software, but learners should be aware of other industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop and Procreate

Reviews summary

Comprehensive clip studio paint for beginners

According to learners, this course offers a comprehensive introduction to using Clip Studio Paint (formerly Manga Studio) for drawing and painting digital art. Students particularly praise the clear and detailed explanations of the software's tools and features, finding it very beneficial for beginners. The instructor's teaching style is frequently highlighted as engaging and easy to follow, making complex topics accessible. While primarily focused on the software, the course also provides a solid foundation in digital drawing fundamentals and workflow. Some longer reviews suggest it's best suited for those entirely new to both digital art and CSP, and might be less detailed for advanced users or specific niche techniques.

Well-paced and logically structured.

"The course is well-paced, allowing time to absorb information and practice between lessons."

"The structure flows logically from basic setup to more complex techniques."

"I appreciated how the course broke down the workflow into manageable sections."

"The video lessons are appropriately sized, not too long or too short."

Teaches core digital art basics.

"Beyond just the software, the course also touched on basic drawing principles which was a nice bonus."

"Helped me understand not just *how* to use the tools, but *why* I would use them in a digital art workflow."

"The sketching, inking, and coloring sections helped me grasp the basic steps of creating digital art."

"It laid a good foundation for understanding layers, workflow, and applying traditional concepts digitally."

Instructor is engaging and knowledgeable.

"Brian is a great instructor who makes learning fun and easy. Highly recommend his teaching style."

"The instructor's passion for the software and art is evident, making the lectures engaging."

"He provides practical tips and demonstrations that are easy to follow along with."

"The teacher's voice and pacing were comfortable to listen to and follow along with while practicing."

Covers wide range of CSP features.

"The course covers a vast range of tools and techniques available in Clip Studio Paint, from brushes to layers and more."

"Learned a lot about different brushes, pens, and correction tools, which are key to using CSP effectively."

"I liked how the course went through setting up tools, customizing the workspace, and using various features."

"The sections on vector layers and perspective rulers were particularly helpful for understanding core CSP capabilities."

Great starting point for new digital artists.

"This course provides a great foundation for a beginner like me who is just starting to learn Clip Studio Paint."

"Perfect for people who are completely new to Clip Studio Paint. Starts with the basics and gradually builds up."

"As a complete beginner to digital art, this course was invaluable in getting me up to speed with Clip Studio Paint."

"I had never used digital art software before, and this course made it feel approachable and understandable."

Explanations are easy to understand.

"The teacher explains clearly and simply what each tool and setting does. It's a very easy and enjoyable course to follow."

"Brian gives clear and detailed explanation of the use of the tools and how to create your own brushes, very good."

"Excellent explanations of all the tools and functions of Clip Studio Paint, very good introduction course."

"The instructor is very knowledgeable and explains things clearly and concisely, making it easy to grasp complex concepts."

Focus on basics, less for advanced users.

"If you already have some experience with digital art or CSP, this might be too basic for you."

"It covers the fundamentals very well, but I was hoping for more advanced techniques or niche applications."

"Good starting point, but you'll need other resources to go deeper into specific areas like complex rendering or animation features beyond the basics."

"Didn't cover everything in extreme depth, but sufficient for getting started and understanding the software's potential."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Clip Studio Paint Pro/Ex (Manga Studio 5) with these activities:

Practice Basic Shapes

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Reinforce your understanding of fundamental shapes, which are the building blocks of more complex drawings in Clip Studio Paint.

Browse courses on Basic Shapes

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Practice drawing circles, squares, triangles, and freeform shapes.
Focus on smooth lines and consistent proportions.
Experiment with different pen and brush settings in Clip Studio Paint.

Read 'Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain'

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Improve your drawing skills by understanding the fundamentals of visual perception and how to translate them into art.

View Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain: The... on Amazon

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Obtain a copy of 'Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain'.
Work through the exercises in the book, focusing on the core concepts.
Apply the techniques learned to your digital art in Clip Studio Paint.

Perspective Drawing Exercises

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Enhance your understanding of perspective by practicing drawing various scenes using one, two, and three-point perspective.

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Find reference images of buildings, rooms, and landscapes.
Identify the vanishing points and horizon line in each image.
Recreate the scenes in Clip Studio Paint, focusing on accurate perspective.

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Create a Digital Watercolor Painting

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Solidify your understanding of digital watercolor techniques by creating a painting using Clip Studio Paint's watercolor brushes.

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Choose a subject for your watercolor painting.
Sketch the subject in Clip Studio Paint.
Apply watercolor washes, layering colors to create depth and texture.
Refine details and add highlights to complete the painting.

Design a Comic Book Page

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Apply your knowledge of Clip Studio Paint to create a complete comic book page, from sketching to inking and coloring.

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Develop a short story or scene for your comic book page.
Sketch the layout of the page, including panels and character placement.
Ink the linework using Clip Studio Paint's vector tools.
Add colors, shading, and lettering to complete the page.

Read 'Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art'

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Deepen your understanding of comic book storytelling and visual language to improve your comic creation skills.

View The Cartoonists Club: a Graphic Novel on Amazon

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Obtain a copy of 'Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art'.
Read the book and take notes on key concepts and techniques.
Analyze existing comics to identify examples of the principles discussed in the book.
Apply these principles to your own comic book projects.

Create a Brush Pack for Clip Studio Paint

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Master brush customization by creating a set of custom brushes tailored to a specific art style or technique.

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Research different art styles and identify the types of brushes commonly used.
Experiment with Clip Studio Paint's brush settings to create unique brush effects.
Organize your custom brushes into a brush pack with descriptive names and icons.
Share your brush pack with the Clip Studio Paint community.

Career center

Learners who complete Clip Studio Paint Pro/Ex (Manga Studio 5) will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Manga Artist

A manga artist creates artwork for Japanese comics, and this course can be very beneficial to someone in this field. This course's design around Clip Studio Paint, previously known as Manga Studio 5, directly connects to the manga creation field. The course provides a step-by-step approach, teaching the entire workflow from sketching to production, and also covers comic book formatting for publishing. Manga artists need to be fluent in digital drawing tools and methods, and this course is very useful for those seeking to learn the software used in the industry.

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Graphic Novel Artist

A graphic novel artist creates full-length illustrated stories, and this course helps build core skills in digital illustration. The course teaches digital painting and drawing techniques, as well as the software skills needed for producing a graphic novel, from sketching to inking and coloring. This course's emphasis on understanding the digital workflow of illustration, including exporting work for sale, directly relates to the needs of a graphic novel artist. An artist who wants to transition to graphic novels may find this course to be a good starting point for learning digital art.

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Comic Book Artist

A comic book artist creates sequential art for comic books and graphic novels, and this course helps build foundational knowledge of comic book art production. This course teaches the use of digital tools and techniques, vital to modern comic book art creation. The course covers the workflow, from initial sketch to the creation of panels, lettering, and bubbles. The ability to create 2D cell-based animation is a bonus. A comic book artist might find the software-specific instruction on drawing, inking, and coloring to be highly relevant to their work.

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Character Designer

A character designer creates the visual appearance of characters for various media, and this course helps those seeking to learn digital methods. This course's focus on drawing, inking, and coloring, as well as the use of 3D models, which character designers often utilize as reference, can assist in this role. A character designer needs to be able to use digital drawing tools and methods, and this course provides instruction in the workflows and software relevant to that work. The knowledge provided in the course, from initial sketch through shading and highlighting, can be very useful in designing characters.

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Illustrator

An illustrator creates original artwork for various media, and this course may be useful for them. Mastering digital painting tools is important for concept art or professional illustration. This course helps build foundational skills such as sketching, inking, coloring, and shading. The course's focus on digital illustration process, from initial sketch to finished product, mirrors the workflow an illustrator might use on a daily basis. An illustrator who wants to leverage the power of digital tools might find value in the way this course approaches software and illustration techniques.

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Background Artist

A background artist creates the settings for animation, comics, or games; this course helps those wishing to learn digital art. The course provides instruction on how to use perspective rulers to draw architecture, as well as the more general drawing and painting techniques. Background artists need to understand perspective and composition, and this course helps to hone those skills. The course’s emphasis on the entire digital illustration workflow, including the creation of simple and complex backgrounds, aligns with the needs of a background artist. A background artist may benefit from the digital drawing and painting skills taught in this course.

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Freelance Illustrator

A freelance illustrator works independently, creating art for various clients and projects; this course provides practical skills for this kind of career. The course covers the complete digital illustration workflow including drawing, inking, coloring, and preparing work for distribution. The course focuses on using software that is useful for digital illustrators. The ability to manage workload and produce finished products, skills learned in this course, also assist those wishing to work as freelancers. A freelance illustrator would find instruction in both illustration and digital tools to be beneficial to their work.

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Animation Artist

An animation artist creates moving images for films, television, or games, and this course can assist with certain animation tasks. This course provides instruction in 2D cell-based animation, as well as drawing, inking, and coloring using software. The course's focus on the digital illustration workflow, from sketch to final product, also benefits those who create animation. The course teaches how to use layers and vector tools, which are important for creating animation. An animation artist may find it useful to learn a new piece of animation software.

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Concept Artist

A concept artist develops visual ideas for projects like games, films, or animation, and this course may be useful. This course provides instruction in drawing and painting along with the use of 3D models, which are useful in concept art. The skills this course teaches, such as sketching, inking with vector lines, and color work, are relevant for concept design. A concept artist would find the instruction in workflows for digital illustration to be particularly helpful in their work. Learning how to use this software helps build a foundation to professional digital art.

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Digital Painter

A digital painter creates artwork using digital tools instead of traditional media, and this course may be helpful. This course's instruction in digital illustration, painting, and drawing workflows can provide a solid foundation to those who wish to enter the digital painting field. The course focuses on techniques for shading, highlighting, and adding dimension to artwork and how to use digital brushes, which might be valuable to digital painters. A digital painter looking to master digital tools may find value in the course's focus on the techniques of this software.

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Visual Development Artist

A visual development artist creates the look and feel of a project, often in film or games, and this course helps teach core skills in digital illustration. The course helps build skills in digital drawing and painting, as well as using 3D models and perspective rulers. The course teaches the digital workflow of illustration, from sketching to final presentation, which is helpful to a visual development artist. Visual development requires an artistic and technical understanding of digital tools. Therefore, a visual development artist might find instruction in this software beneficial.

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Storyboard Artist

A storyboard artist creates visual sequences for films, television, or commercials, and this course may be a useful course. The course provides instruction in creating quick sketches, inking, and using digital tools, which apply to storyboarding. This course helps storyboard artists learn to work quickly and efficiently with digital tools when creating sequences of panels. The course's instruction on the digital illustration process, from initial concept to finished work, is relevant to the storyboarding workflow. This course is helpful for artists seeking to integrate digital drawing into their workflow.

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Caricaturist

A caricaturist creates drawings that exaggerate the features of a person or thing, and this course may be useful for them. The course teaches the fundamentals of digital drawing and painting, which are essential for producing digital caricatures. Using software, the course covers the workflow from drawing initial sketches to the final illustration, and it also teaches how to create expressive lines and apply color, which are important techniques for caricature art. While a caricaturist might work in a variety of different styles, the software and methods taught in this course are useful for digital art.

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Digital Art Instructor

A digital art instructor teaches others how to create art using digital tools and software and this course helps those seeking skills in this field. This course may be useful for an instructor because the course provides instruction in digital painting and drawing techniques using a specific software. The course curriculum provides a complete structure on how to learn the software, and an instructor can use this course's approach towards learning in their own teaching. The course's focus on workflows and step-by-step instructions could assist with teaching others. It also demonstrates a method for teaching digital illustration.

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Texture Artist

A texture artist creates the surfaces of 3D models for games, film, or animation, and this course may be helpful. Though not specifically focused on 3D, the course does teach foundational digital art skills, such as coloring, shading, and highlighting, which apply the creation of textures. A texture artist needs to be comfortable with digital tools and workflows, and this course helps provide a starting point. The ability to paint, shade, and use layers, as taught in this course, provides a foundation for texture work. A texture artist may find that instruction in digital art is beneficial for learning texture work with software such as Substance Painter.

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